NCIS season 16 episode 4 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In NCIS 16x04 "Third Wheel," a high-speed chase leads to an armored truck robbery by a suspect in a blue Mustang. NCIS, led by Special Agent McGee during Gibbs' leave, investigates. The suspect is believed to have stowed away on a Navy transport plane. Meanwhile, Gibbs is joined unexpectedly at his cabin by Tobias Fornell and Phil Brooks. They find a parachute and stolen money in the forest, leading to a confrontation with Anna Jenlowe, a former FBI agent and lover of the suspect, Franklin Poe. The team captures Jenlowe, and Gibbs returns to enjoy time at his cabin with Fornell and Phil.
Full Episode S16E04 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the main suspect in the armored truck robbery?
The main suspect is a male driver in a blue Mustang who evaded the police and robbed an armored truck.
Where was the suspect last seen?
The suspect was last seen headed south on Redbird Road.
What role does the NCIS team play in this episode?
The NCIS team investigates the armored truck robbery and the suspect's escape onto a Naval air station.
Who is leading the NCIS team in Gibbs' absence?
Special Agent McGee leads the NCIS team while Gibbs is on leave.
Where is Gibbs during this episode?
Gibbs is on personal leave at his cabin.
Who unexpectedly joins Gibbs at his cabin?
Tobias Fornell and Phil Brooks unexpectedly join Gibbs at his cabin.
How does the suspect escape from the Naval air station?
The suspect is believed to have stowed away on a Navy transport plane.
What evidence do NCIS agents find related to the suspect's escape?
NCIS agents find blood, torn fabric, and a severed finger, indicating the suspect hid in the wheel well of the plane.
What does the team discover about the suspect's parachute?
Gibbs, Fornell, and Phil find a parachute and the stolen money from the armored truck in the forest.
Who is Anna Jenlowe in relation to the case?
Anna Jenlowe is a former FBI agent and the lover of Franklin Poe, involved in the robbery and escape.
How is the case resolved?
The NCIS team tracks down and captures Anna Jenlowe, resolving the case.
What is the significance of Gibbs' cabin in this episode?
Gibbs' cabin serves as a key location where he, Fornell, and Phil confront Jenlowe and reflect on their friendship.
Who is Franklin Poe?
Franklin Poe is the suspect in the armored truck robbery and a participant in the Federal Witness Protection Program.
What is the relationship between Anna Jenlowe and Franklin Poe?
Anna Jenlowe was Poe's FBI handler who resigned and moved in with him, later assisting in his criminal activities.
How does the episode end?
The episode ends with Gibbs returning to his cabin with Fornell and Phil, enjoying their time together after the case is closed.
